Maui Business

The department was recently alerted that Iqbal Khowaja is allegedly presenting himself as the “CTO of the State of Hawaiʻi” at the Bitcoin 2026 conference underway in Las Vegas and has made similar claims in prior conference appearances and on social media profiles, according to the state.

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua announced the appointment of Courtney Conching as Director of Group Sales. With over a decade of expertise in the luxury hospitality sector, Conching will spearhead the resort’s efforts to drive high-impact group business through a unique lens of authentic Hawaiian culture and world-class sales expertise.

Beginning today, ʻOhana Rewards Members will earn a minimum of 1,000 Rapid Rewards points for every one-way interisland flight, paired with an ability to purchase one-way interisland flights for as few as 4,000 Rapid Rewards points—this means Members earn enough points to redeem a one-way interisland flight after four one-way interisland flights flown.

Much of Hawai‘i’s diversified agriculture falls under this specialty crop designation. Eligible plants must be cultivated or managed and used by people for food, medicinal purposes, and/or aesthetic gratification to be considered specialty crops. 

Applicants are invited to attend a grants information session for the County of Maui Fiscal Year 2027 Environmental Protection and Sustainability Division Grants Program at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Hawai’i Visitors and Convention Bureau appoint leaders for a new enterprise that focuses on treating Hawaiʻi as a living system to be stewarded rather than a product to be sold.

Southwest Airlines commemorates seven years of dedicated community service across Maui on the anniversary of its first flight at Kahului Airport where Southwest first touched down April 8, 2019. 

The much-anticipated HouseMart Ben Franklin Crafts “Spring Craft Fair” is back at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center on Sunday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first floor of the parking structure, inviting guests to shop, explore, and support local makers at one of Maui’s favorite seasonal events.

The airport shops now include a spot dedicated to incubator concepts, showcasing Hawaiʻi-based businesses, creating a sense of place, while delivering a “best-in-class” experience for travelers and meaningful impact for the local community.

Positions are designed for recent high school grads and college students; the utility is recruiting for a range of posts at all locations statewide.

The state of Hawaiʻi today secured a significant legal victory in federal court, with the US District Court for the District of Hawaiʻi issuing an order dismissing a lawsuit filed by the United States, that sought to stop Hawaiʻi’s separate lawsuit filed in state court against major fossil fuel companies.

Maui Health announced today that Wade Ebersole, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, will serve as Interim Chief Executive Officer of Maui Health, effective May 3. He will be stepping in to the role held by Lynn Fulton, who on Friday announced her decision to return to Illinois to be near her family.

Imua Family Services has once again been named one of Hawaiʻi’s Best Places to Work by Hawaiʻi Business Magazine, marking the 15th time the nonprofit organization has earned this distinguished recognition. The honor highlights Imua’s enduring commitment to cultivating a workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to make a difference.

Gov. Josh Green announced the appointment of Keith Amemiya and Marie Laderta to the University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents, subject to confirmation by the Hawaiʻi State Senate.

The program is a partnership between the alliance in partnership with the state, Leeward Community College in Honolulu and Wahiawā Value-Added Product Development Center in Wahiawā; it is aimed at taking value-added products from concept to business plan and pitch in just 12 weeks.

The annual report filing period is related to the business entity’s registration date and can be filed at any time during the quarter in which the filing is due; second quarter reports must be filed by midnight June 30.

Hana Hou by Hale Zen is hosting a one-day pop-up on Saturday, April 18 from 9-11 a.m., offering rare access to a curated selection of apparel and accessories at up to 70-80% off retail.

The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa School of Travel Industry Management is celebrating its 60th anniversary with plans to continue teaching future leaders in travel and hospitality.

Maui Health announced today that chief executive officer Lynn Fulton will step down effective May 3, 2026, to return to central Illinois to be closer to her family. A leadership transition plan will be shared in the coming days.

HTA is now accepting proposals for events, festivals, and experiences scheduled for July through December 2026.